Gühring has announced the launch of its latest innovation—System 208, a high-precision grooving solution engineered specifically for Swiss-type lathes. Designed to meet the demands of machining intricate, miniature turned components, the system promises enhanced process reliability and tool longevity.
Tailored for Tight Spaces and High Accuracy
Swiss-type lathes are known for operating in extremely confined environments, and System 208 rises to the challenge. Featuring a compact rhombic indexable insert with two cutting edges, the system is optimised for machines equipped with bar feeders. It supports grooving depths of up to 8 mm, making it suitable for a broad spectrum of operations including parting off, grooving, and longitudinal turning.
Field-Tested Performance Boosts
In rigorous field trials, System 208 demonstrated up to 30% longer tool life compared to competing solutions. Users also reported shorter cycle times and greater process stability, translating into fewer tool changes, reduced unit costs, and more consistent series production.
With System 208, Gühring continues to push the boundaries of precision tooling, offering manufacturers a compact yet powerful solution for high-performance turning in restricted spaces.
High process reliability through precise interface
A key feature of the 208 system is its high-precision interface with a changeover accuracy of ±0.015 mm. This precision ensures that the cutting edges are precisely positioned after each changeover. In practice, this reduces setup times and minimizes waste.
The newly developed clamping screw with double-sided Torx Plus enables quick changes directly in the machine. This saves time during the ongoing process and simplifies handling for the operator.
Focus on customer benefits
The 208 system brings benefits to various industries:
- Medical technology: precise machining of delicate components, such as implants and instruments
- Electronics & Robotics: high process reliability in small series and series production
- Joining technology: reliable processing of demanding materials
In all these industries, the System 208 ensures higher machine availability, longer runtimes per tool and a reduction in the overall cost per component.
What does the piercing program consist of?
The System 208 program includes the following components:
- Precisely ground indexable inserts with NanoA coating in five geometry variants (GE, GP, GR, GZ neutral & GZ R/L) for various machining operations with cutting depths up to 8 mm
- Clamp holder in 10×10, 12×12, 16×16 mm, right/left, with/without IK
- New Torx Plus clamping screw for quick handling
The system thus covers many typical applications on long-turning machines – from parting off and grooving to demanding reverse operations.
Conclusion: Benefits from System 208
The System 208 is more than just a further development of existing grooving systems. It is specifically tailored to the requirements of Swiss-type turning technology and addresses the key challenges: limited space, high precision, and process reliability. Gühring has thus created a new system that meets technical requirements while simultaneously improving production efficiency.
